royal assent
Britishnoun
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The minister said a "progress report" must be made three months after the legislation receives royal assent, adding this reflects "our intention to quickly produce a response following the consultation".
From BBC ● Apr. 28, 2026
MPs supported the government's motion by 272 votes to 64, with the bill now returning to the Lords for what looks to be the final consideration before it receives royal assent and becomes law.
From BBC ● Apr. 28, 2026
When it gets royal assent, ministers will also have new powers to regulate tobacco, vaping and nicotine products, including their flavours and packaging.
From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2026
But it has now finally been passed, without the amendment, and will become law once royal assent is given.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2025
Two years later, before the act had received the royal assent, it had been repealed by the Assembly.
From Virginia under the Stuarts 1607-1688 by Wertenbaker, Thomas Jefferson
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